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Overview
Ultrasound therapy uses sound waves to stimulate healing in injured soft tissue. After a car accident, muscles, tendons, and ligaments often become inflamed or irritated. This therapy helps reduce that inflammation, increase circulation, and promote recovery beneath the surface — especially in areas that are difficult to reach with hands-on care.
At Accident Care Clinic, ultrasound therapy is often used in combination with other treatments like soft tissue therapy, stretching, or joint mobilization. It’s gentle, non-invasive, and can be especially helpful for deep muscle pain, stiffness, or scar tissue.
This page explains how ultrasound therapy works, when it’s used, and how it fits into a personalized recovery plan.
Common Signs Ultrasound Therapy Could Help You
You have deep muscle or joint pain that doesn’t improve with rest
Swelling, tightness, or stiffness is limiting your movement
Certain areas feel sore to the touch or painful when stretched
You’ve developed thickened or scarred soft tissue after your injury
Your provider recommends a deeper soft tissue therapy to support healing
What to Expect During Treatment
During the session, your provider will apply a gel to the affected area and move a small ultrasound device across the skin. You won’t feel the sound waves themselves — just a smooth, gliding motion and possibly a mild warmth in the treated area.
Sessions usually last 5–10 minutes and are completely non-invasive and comfortable.
Benefits of Ultrasound Therapy
Reduces deep muscle or tendon inflammation
Increases blood flow to injured tissues
Supports healing of scar tissue and soft tissue strains
Prepares tight muscles for manual therapy or stretching
Enhances recovery as part of a full treatment plan
Tailored Use for Deep Tissue Healing
Ultrasound therapy isn’t used for every injury — but when deeper tissue healing is needed, it can make a big difference. We evaluate your symptoms, injury location, and treatment goals to determine where and how ultrasound fits into your recovery.
Paired Treatments
Ultrasound therapy is often used in combination with:
Related Conditions
Ultrasound therapy may be helpful for:
What our patients are saying
We’re proud to help people across Oklahoma City recover and feel their best after auto accidents. Here’s what real patients have to say about their experience at Accident Care Clinic.
Drastic Improvement After Each Visit
“My recovery was amazing—thank you for your skills, patience, and awesome staff!”
Kierra T.
The Go-To Chiropractor in OKC
“Great doctors, friendly staff, and Dr. Boggs is the one to see—highly recommend!”
Leslie T.
Exceptional Care That Truly Heals
“Dr. John’s personalized care helped me regain strength and mobility after my accident.”
Wilfried K.
Friendly and Informative After My Wreck
“Dr. Boggs and Dr. John were so helpful and kind—feeling better than ever!”
Brianna T.
Skeptical at First, But Now a Believer
“Dr. Boggs and his team eased my car accident pain—I’m so glad I trusted them.”
Gail D.
Unmatched Honesty and Care
“Dr. Boggs is the most honest and caring medical professional I’ve ever met.”
Chris C.
Felt Like a New Person
“Simple, easy, and amazing care—walked out feeling brand new!”
Ron M.
Fast, Friendly, and Effective
“Great staff, easy visits, and I feel much better after just a few appointments.”
Yomali R.
Attentive and Professional Team
“After my accident, they took great care of me—very kind and thorough staff.”
Karina R.
Caring Chiropractors That Listen
“Doctors genuinely care about your pain—great place for chiropractic help.”
Richy P.
Ultrasound Therapy – Frequently Asked Questions
What does ultrasound therapy feel like?
Most patients feel nothing more than a gentle warmth or slight tingling in the area being treated. It’s a painless, relaxing process.
How is this different from diagnostic ultrasound?
Therapeutic ultrasound is used to treat soft tissue injuries — not to take internal images. It works by stimulating healing with sound waves, not capturing visuals.
How soon will I feel results?
Some patients notice reduced tightness or soreness after just one or two sessions. Others may see gradual improvement over a few visits, especially for deeper tissue issues.
Can ultrasound therapy help with scar tissue?
Yes — it’s commonly used to soften thickened or tight scar tissue and improve mobility in the affected area.
When is ultrasound used during a session?
Usually at the beginning or middle of a visit, before manual therapy or stretching. It helps prepare tissue for hands-on work and makes other treatments more effective.